Gnocchi in creamy sauce with bacon
4 servings
15 minutes
Gnocchi in creamy sauce with bacon is an exquisite dish of Italian cuisine that embodies the simplicity and comfort of home cooking. Gnocchi, tender potato dumplings, pair wonderfully with a rich creamy sauce made from melted cottage cheese seasoned with black pepper. Appetizing pieces of bacon add a savory touch, creating a harmony of flavors – softness, saltiness, and creamy richness. Historically, gnocchi emerged in Italy as a hearty and accessible dish for the whole family. Today they adorn tables not only for home dinners but also for restaurants. Served hot, soaked in aromatic sauce, they are perfectly complemented by a glass of white wine. This dish offers coziness and enjoyment in every bite.
1
We buy ready-made potato gnocchi or prepare them using the recipe on this site.
2
Boil water as for pasta. Add the prepared gnocchi to the boiling water. Salt the water to taste. Wait for the gnocchi to float, then remove them after 2 minutes from the moment they float.
- Gnocchi: 500 g
- Salt: to taste
3
At the same time, we prepare the creamy sauce. We melt the cheese over low heat, adding water to achieve the desired consistency. We add pepper to taste.
- Cream cheese (curd cheese spread): 150 g
- Ground black pepper: to taste
4
Once the cheese is melted and turns into a sauce, we cut the bacon into small pieces. Add it to the heated sauce for a minute.
- Bacon: 200 g
5
We mix the gnocchi with the sauce.
